Orange Soak Cake
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly moist, Orange Soak Cake delivers a burst of citrusy flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make dessert starts with a buttery, tender sponge infused with fresh orange juice and zest, creating a vibrant base that's both light and fragrant. The magic happens post-baking when the cake is poked with tiny holes and drenched in a luscious orange glaze, ensuring every crumb is delightfully soaked with tangy sweetness. Garnished with a sprinkle of orange zest, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for spring gatherings, teatime, or an elegant dessert, this recipe is sure to wow your taste buds and brighten any occasion. Serve a slice and let the sunny citrus flavors shine! Keywords: orange soak cake, citrus dessert recipe, moist orange cake, easy orange glaze cake, tangy citrus cake ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.75 cups Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Dust the pan with a light coating of flour and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mix aside.
In a separate large bowl, cream the unsalted butter until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter, beating well after each addition.
Gradually mix in the orange juice, orange zest, and whole milk until well combined.
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the surface with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake is out of the oven, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack.
Poke small holes all over the cake surface using a toothpick or skewer, and slowly drizzle the orange glaze over the warm cake, allowing it to soak in.
Let the cake cool completely before garnishing with additional orange zest. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.5 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.3 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 2351 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 642.5 g | 234% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 447.5 g | ||
| Protein | 50.1 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1126 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
